Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Black Elkhound or Karelsk Björnhund?

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Name	Black Norwegian Elkhound	Karelian Bear Dog
Origins	Norway	Finland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Black Elkhound Norsk Elghund Black Norsk Elghund Sort	Karelsk Björnhund Karjalankarhukoira KBD
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	44-50 pounds (20-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	47 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog? Is a Black Norwegian Elkhound taller than a Karelian Bear Dog?	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	19-23 inches (48-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	21 inches (53 cm)

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare training requirements.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Alert Intelligent Strong Willed Proud Robust	Independent Loyal Territorial Tenacious Brave Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog?	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Karelian Bear Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog social needs comparison:	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Karelian Bear Dog is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare living space needs.	Apartment-friendly dog the Black Norwegian Elkhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Karelian Bear Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Black Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Karelian Bear Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Black Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karelian Bear Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Black Norwegian Elkhound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Black Norwegian Elkhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Karelian Bear Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog. Which breed is healthier?	Black Norwegian Elkhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Karelian Bear Dogs tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog?	Frequent The Black Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Karelian Bear Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog health problems comparison:	Cystinuria Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Fanconi Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Obesity Renal Failure	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Irritation Dry Skin Obesity Dental Problems Pituitary Dwarfism Baldness

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare activity levels.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Black Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Karelian Bear Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog? Compare breed colors.	Black	Black White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Black Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Karelian Bear Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Black Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Karelian Bear Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Black Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Karelian Bear Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare fur types.	Double	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog? Do Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed more than Karelian Bear Dog dogs?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Black Norwegian Elkhound or Karelian Bear Dog? Can a Black Norwegian Elkhound and a Karelian Bear Dog be friends? Do Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs get along with Karelian Bear Dog dogs?	Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog?	Yes Black Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Black Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Karelian Bear Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Black Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Karelian Bear Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Black Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Karelian Bear Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Black Norwegian Elkhound or a Karelian Bear Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Black Norwegian Elkhound vs Karelian Bear Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Black Norwegian Elkhound and Karelian Bear Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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